NSMEM Hot Metal Crane Operator

Nucor Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Steel Memphis, Inc. is seeking a Crane Operator to operate cranes, electromagnets, and related equipment to lift, move, and place loads in the Memphis facility.

The role emphasizes rigorous safety practices and the ability to work in a high-demand manufacturing environment. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications, including lifting requirements and willingness to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a crane handling liquid steel.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Willing to rotate shifts, holidays and overtime.
• Must pass a depth perception test before crane position.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift, move, and place loads.
• Inspect and adjust crane components to prevent malfunctions.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain cables, pulleys, and grappling devices.
• Work in cab or remote crane to service various areas.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety compliance

Physical endurance

Shift flexibility

Job description

Basic Job Functions

Moving levers or turning dials to operate cranes, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, or placing loads. Inspect and help adjust parts of the crane to prevent malfunctions or damage. Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload. Assist to clean, lubricate, and maintain or repair mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, or grappling devices. Perform operation in a cab or remote crane to service the EAF, LMF, VTD, CCM, and Refractory areas.

Safety

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience running a crane that handles liquid steel
• Ability to work in a demanding environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Willing to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Selected candidate must pass a depth perception test prior to assuming crane position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cranes with hot metal experience.

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Memphis, Inc.

Location: Memphis, TN, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace